# Guitar-Inspired Alarm Clocks Jamie McMahon's Acoustic Alarm Wakes You With Soothing Sounds By Michael Hines | Published 2011-04-30 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-alarm References: [walyou](http://walyou.com/acoustic-alarm-clock/) & [jamiemcmahondesign](http://www.jamiemcmahondesign.com/the-acoustic-alarm/what-is-the-acoustic-alarm) I would gladly trade in my clock radio for Jamie McMahon's Acoustic Alarm. The Acoustic Alarm is a simple alarm clock designed to wake you up via the soothing sounds of an acoustic guitar. This clock has a delightfully simple design and is made up of mostly birch plywood with a few pieces of metal here and there. The Acoustic Alarm can be tuned just like a regular guitar and plays chords using a built-in pick. The metal dials that set the alarm are located on the clock's side and keep with the clock's low-tech look. I personally love the idea of waking up to an acoustic guitar, but I wish this clock was a bit more functional. Call me old-fashioned but I would actually like to be able to tell time in addition to being woken up. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Guitar-inspired Alarm Clocks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alarm clocks that incorporate musical instruments for a unique wake-up experience. - **Low-tech Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the demand for simple, aesthetically pleasing products that prioritize functionality over intricate features. - **Alternative Alarm Sounds:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create alarm clocks that offer a variety of soothing sounds besides traditional beeps or buzzes for a more calming waking experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Clock Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate musical elements into traditional alarm clocks to attract customers seeking a unique and enjoyable wake-up experience. - **Home Décor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design alarm clocks with visually appealing low-tech features that blend seamlessly with modern home decor trends. - **Wellness and Relaxation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop alarm clocks that offer customizable sound options to promote relaxation, mindfulness, and a peaceful waking routine. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Elegant Aromatic Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paramita-universal-alarm-clock.md) - [Chic Circadian Rhythm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatch-restore-2.md) - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/routine-alarm-clock.md) - [Anti-Smartphone Bedside Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudita-clocks.md) - [Modernized Vintage-Inspired Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roberts-ortus-5.md) - [Coffee-Brewing Sunrise Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimrise-sunrise-alarm-clock.md) - [Connected Toy-Like Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubb-alarm-clock.md)